jay - brooklyn, ny

07/18/2016

Reviewer is A past student here.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

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i'm a parent and was disappointed with the baking dept. the female chef is rude, old and slightly racist. she yells instead of incouraging. she embarrassed a student in frontvof visitors saying her food tasted like boogers because she used bananas and peanut butter trying something new instead of giving postive feedbacks . there is hidden favoratism amongst white students. the entire baking dept needs a face lift and fresh ideas. you do get basic text book info but nothing fancy.

What to do for fun

ocassional parties. keep in mind you're way up in the mountains. if you live far yr pretty much stuck until holidays.

Food and Dining

different options.

Dorm Life

i was an ra. it was cool. it's cool that many ppl get that opportunity to help out with college costs. you will never be able to aytend the one bigvevent they have, which is hot dog weekend because all ra's must work. you may enjoy about an hour or two and it's basically over.

heather from holley, ny

05/15/2016

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

i feel pretty safe on campus. the university police are on duty 24/7 365 and are very nice, good officers. there are emergency blue lights located around campus if a student has an emergency where they don't feel safe. the campus could be a little better lit it some areas. it can be creepy walking around at night if you are alone. this is one of the perks of living in the middle of nowhere and not near a big city, there is way less crime in areas surrounding the campus.

Greek Life

i am not involved in greek life but i have a lot of friends that are. it seems to be a great experience, allows you to make life long friends, and participate in many community service opportunities.

Clubs and Activities

there are so many options on campus. see the what to do for fun section.

Great for these types of students

students that want hands-on learning experience and aren't afraid of living in the middle of nowhere will do just fine at alfred.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

hot dog day is the "college holiday" at alfred state. alfred university participates as well. it involves a lot of drinking as do most college holidays but there are also other activities. in 2016 there were vendors for almost anything you can think of, mostly local, that attend hdd to sell their products. there were food trucks, bounce houses, live music, a dunk tank, and other carnival games. this is also a big event for alumni too as they return to the town to go to bars or sororities/fraternities if they were greek.

Bang for the buck

it is a suny school so it is fairly cheap compared to other schools and you will get a good education through practical skills. there are also many scholarship options that cover tuition, room, and board or all three combined. i know many students that have a scholarship from alfred so that helps make it easier to pay for.

What to do for fun

alfred is a pretty small town so there isn't a lot to do. hornell is about 15 minutes away and there are grocery stores, restaurants, and bowling but that's about it. the best thing a student can do to have fun is to get involved on campus. there are many clubs and organizations like outdoor rec club that takes students camping, white water rafting, and skiing. there is the woodsmen's club where you can learn to be a competitive lumberjack. there are many sororities and fraternities with different missions. there are sports teams, collegiate and intramural. there are also organizations that help put on events on campus like late night and alfred programming board. there is a radio station, leadership program, and clubs for just about anything you can think of. if there isn't a club for your interests, you can always start one!

Food and Dining

the food options are not the best and there aren't many healthy options if you're a healthy eater. there are some places on main street that have good food but you can't use meal swipes there. getting a crockpot and utilizing your dorm's kitchen is often the best option if you can cook.

Dorm Life

the dorms at alfred are hit and miss. there are some nice new ones and some older ones. the older buildings never bothered me but some of the buildings are very loud. nothing gets done about the loud people either even when the resident assistants write them up. this unfortunately creates a poor learning environment for students that need the quiet for studying or sleep. some buildings offer quiet study floors which are nice. the two buildings with single rooms are generally very quiet and the students are serious about their studies. the townhouses are apartment style living areas and they are awesome! i highly recommend getting a group of 6 friends you'd like to live with during your freshmen year and apply for a townhouse for subsequent years.

Academic Rigor

this entirely depends on your major. personally, my programs are very rigorous. (forensic science, biological science & vet tech) some programs require less work and some students are already accustomed to the skills they have to perform. for example, i have a friend that was in the automotive major who had worked on cars his whole life so this came very easy to him. the majors that are generally more rigorous here are forensic science technology, mechanical engineering, veterinary technology, nursing, and architecture.

Tips for prospective students

if you want a school located in a city with a lot to do, alfred isn't going to be like that. be prepared for practical exams where you show your professors you are learning skills not just information. it is an easy adjustment for most because the campus is small and there is a lot to do during welcome week. college is fun but this isn't high school so be prepared to work hard and study if you want to make good grades.

In three sentences

hands-on learning is the heart of alfred state which allows students to gain practical skills instead of just memorizing information from textbooks or lectures. classes are small and mostly well taught so you are able to learn a lot and get to know the faculty. it is located in a very small town but there are a lot of on campus activities.

Davey from Falls Church, VA

I don't really see why anyone would go out to commit a crime in this god forsaken weather.

Clubs and Activities

Clubs on the campus actually aren't that bad. They're actually the most organized things here on campus.

Great for these types of students

No one.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Hotdog weekend home of the freshmen 15 with all of the food that's been out for too long.

Bang for the buck

Not worth all the money with the bad internet service FOR A TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL!!!

What to do for fun

Clubs I guess... Its the only thing here to do.

Food and Dining

So fat with more fat then...

Dorm Life

Nothing but the sounds of students having a wonderful time making loud noises and sex. The RA's are nice and all but the people here need to grow up.

Academic Rigor

The academics are just sad. Nothing but an endless supply of work to keep you busy for the NEXT 4 years. 2 if your going for an Associates Degree.

Tips for prospective students

Don't go here. This place is seriously bad. The food is terrible if you like fatty foods. The professors just sit on their asses all day and teach you stuff that can be easily found on the internet.... even though most if it is. The people are not bad though so there's an upside. Oh and ITS COLD!! I mean its always snowing here.

Albert from Plattsburgh, NY

Safety here is not bad there has only been a few incidents since i have attended Alfred State

Greek Life

Greek life on Alfred State campus is not great in my opinion because they do not offer more then local fraternity or sonority.

Clubs and Activities

There are lots of clubs and organization at Alfred if you get involved you will have lots of stuff to do.

Great for these types of students

Great place for country people to enjoy a place like they have at home because it is located in a tiny town that share two colleges.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

A tradition at Alfred State that people come to is Hot dog day which is hard to describe but its a weekend that everyone seems to enjoy.

Bang for the buck

Over all the price is not bad for the education you receive it keeps getting better so over all i would say Its worth what I pay to go to Alfred State.

What to do for fun

Like i said before not a lot to do theirs activity that go on threw out the year on campus that some people go to and different events like relay for life and other fun activity that a lot people go to. Also hanging with fraternity brothers is another big thing people do.

Food and Dining

The Food is not the greatest but there are lots of options and is always getting better. There is dinning where all you can eat, fast food like taco bell and friendly's.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is great. Being an RA i have the privilege to know that dorms are great i would recommend Pete hall, Burdick Hall, and Braddon Hall to anyone.

Academic Rigor

Academics is not bad here depending on major and it is improving. For students that have been going here and changing of programs are kinda of messing up students.

Tips for prospective students

Before coming to Alfred State look at your program and see how it compares to other colleges. Think about what kind of college you want to attend. Talk to older students to figure out what professors to take.

In three sentences

Alfred State college is a growing college but not really anything around there to do. Its good for people starting out college and trying to get an associates degree. I would not say this was a bad choice.

Aaron from Hornell, NY

12/24/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

Alfred is located in a small town with a few clubs and bars to hang out at as well as pizza shops. The campus does a great job at providing students with clubs and activities to keep them occupied. They are also located right across the street from Alfred University. The two will sometimes come together and offer activities for students on either campus.

Food and Dining

Alfred is great for food because they have a buffet dining hall as well as Taco Bell and Friendly's options. The other great thing about Alfred is that there are various sub shops in the town that will take your meal plans so that you can eat outside of the school cafeteria as well.

Dorm Life

I am a commuter to Alfred State. I got an apartment because dorm life is not my preference. However, from the friends I have made that live on campus, they all enjoy the dorms. The dorms are good sized, clean and the housemates all share common interests usually.

Academic Rigor

The classes are not difficult if you are prepared for class. The professors do very well at covering necessary information. The key is to study and learn the information for the exams

Tips for prospective students

I advise prospective students to tour the campus and search for their specific interests. Living on campus can be detrimental to earning a degree since the school is dominantly men; they have a tendency to work less and play more. Dont forget why you are there.

In three sentences

Alfred State is a great school for various majors. They offer flexible classes with knowledgeable professors. The campus is set up in a way that allows you to work in one general area, rather than having to move across the whole campus for your following class.

Alexis from White Plains, NY

University Police and plenty of Res-Life staff around to keep you safe. The dorms are secure 24/7.

Greek Life

There's Greek life everywhere! I'm friends with people from different Frats/Sororities and they're pretty friendly.

Clubs and Activities

They're all very involved and awesome.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There's a lot of Ammish people. And a set of tents in the back woods past the football field....

What to do for fun

Go out and join clubs and do events. There's always something to do and no one will judge you here.

Food and Dining

The food is okay. Be sure to watch how much you eat because the Terrace dining is a buffet setup. I packed on 25 pounds my first year and just got back down to 113 in my second year. You'll start to get sick of the food after awhile.

Dorm Life

Dorms are so-so. Nicest dorm is Braddon. Burdick is undergoing renovations and is equally as nice. Depending on where you live, your dorm experience will vary.

Academic Rigor

Every teacher I've had has been very helpful. They're a funny lot and easy to get along with. The Nursing, Interior Design, Engineer and Animation majors are heavy with coursework, so be warned!

Tips for prospective students

Bring very warm clothes! And keep an umbrella handy. Alfred weather is pretty unpredictable. Also be prepared for the hills. After awhile you get used to them, soon they'll feel like nothing.

Stephanie from Fayetteville, NY

campus security is unbelievable. you defiantly feel safe and secure. campus security is also on top of things.

Clubs and Activities

Alfred state has a number of clubs to join, you think of any club we have it here. including a lumberjack club.

Great for these types of students

Alfred state is a great place for any type of students. it`s what you make of it that makes Alfred a great place. it`s a small town no lie but with the friends you make and school your bound to be doing something.

What to do for fun

Walmart trips BB shenanigans movies

Tips for prospective students

- get help if you don`t understand something. - don`t be scared to make new friends - find a balance between your social life and academic life

In three sentences

I would give Alfred state a A because it is a great school to meet friends. classroom size is around 25 people. if you apply yourself and get the help you will succeed at Alfred state.

Samuel from Bronx, NY

It is a very safe environment. It is no joke keeping everyone safe especially on the weekends when things get crazy.

Clubs and Activities

Many clubs are formed in order to bring together a sort of family in college and since it is hard at first to relate to other people, finding out and joining clubs that you can relate to is a start for connecting with other students.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Hot Dog Day in the town Hog Wild Day in Wellsville Spaghetti Dinner in Wellsville Mardi Gras Dinner in Wellsville

Bang for the buck

Not really much to the school except focus on school during the week and relaxing on the weekends.

What to do for fun

Anything with a group, play your favorite sport whether it's basketball, football, swimming, exercise, or other social activities. Chill in the library whether it is to study, do a project, or hang out.

Food and Dining

A lot of variety but the quality of food could be better. Also you get tired of it after a while.

Dorm Life

It's fine if you are okay with your surroundings, but if you are someone who values privacy, get a single!

Academic Rigor

Depending on what your major is. Culinary Arts major is a very knowledgeable basis, but they have a long way to go.

Tips for prospective students

Focus on your school work. Keep away from the wrong crowd and be careful of your surroundings. Find something that can occupy your mind productively. You are now becoming college students, a big step into adulthood bearing much responsibility and maturity so please act accordingly and leave the stuff that was acceptable as a child behind.

In three sentences

It is a very small community. Very Outdoorsy area full of trees and mountains. Peaceful. Winter starts early here and ends late.

Transfer Student

07/20/2012

Reviewer is A past student here.

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Campus Safety

The campus police are polite and very helpful. One of my friends had a stalker at the beginning of the year, and they helped take care of it. Some of them come into the residence halls every once in a while to talk to the RAs and see if there's any problems (especially on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays). There were a few mishaps on campus that I was aware of, including one assault during Finals Week in May; the male involved was/is okay, he only needed a few stitches.

Greek Life

I was not a part of Greek Life, but I have several friends who are. Greek Life here is, for the most part, very respectable. They have required study hours in the library, they handle issues within the Greek Life Community as needed, and they do various acts of civic engagement (which is a higher level of community service). The sisters/brothers I have encountered are very friendly and typically don't say anything bad about the other fraternities/sororities. Also, their pledging is about becoming a better person, not forcing them to do dangerous things.

Clubs and Activities

I was a part of Rainbow Union (SUNY Alfred's Gay-Straight Alliance) and Tap Dance Underground. Rainbow Union were very involved in campus life and community service. Several of the members were also members of Greek Life. We played games, talked about current LGBT issues, and had many community service/civic engagement events. Tap Dance Underground is a tap dancing club and you don't need to know how to tap dance to join. I had never tap danced (or done any dance) before, and I went to some of their meetings because my friend was in it. I helped them run their December show that they did, I was in control of music. Then I joined in January, worked as hard as I could to learn their routine, and we went to NYC in March to perform. I had a lot of fun during the trip and with the club in general. The president during this time was a Greek Life student, and he balanced school-work, a job, Greek Life, and this club well.

Great for these types of students

Nursing and/or Vet Tech students. I have heard and witnessed many great aspects about these majors. However, if you don't like hard work, plan to cheat, or expect/want an easy course, they are not for you. These are demanding courses, but if you put the work in, the degree is worth it.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Locations-There is one spot behind Shultz Hall called Heaven, it's the parking lot for the buildings in that area. From this spot, you can see all of campus and a lot of the town and surrounding area. I only was at this spot once, during the day, and it was beautiful. Traditions-Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are party/drinking days. Wednesday is Wasted Wednesday. In April, there is Hot Dog Weekend, which is a weekend devoted to drinking. There are some drugs done on campus and a lot of drinking done in residential halls.

What to do for fun

For those that like to, drinking and partying are a big thing on and off campus. For those that don't (or like other things than just that), there is a skating rink in Wellsville, a bowling alley in Hornell, a movie theater in Hornell, many clubs and activities on campus, and some places to shop in Hornell and Wellsville.

Food and Dining

At The Terrace, the pizza is greasy and a lot of the food didn't interest me. There are many other choices of dining areas: Pizza Hut/KFC, Friendly's/Taco Bell/Freshens (which is a smoothie place), Peach Pit (which is now closed for good), and the Exit West Cafe (or Mack Shack, which is the common name). However, eating from the same places all the time can be boring. In town, there are a few pizza places, a sub shop, a Chinese place, and a few stores that you can buy food at.

Dorm Life

There are quite a few parties in the dorm halls, including the Mackenzie buildings and the townhouses. RAs have their work cut out for them a lot of the time, in all buildings. In the first building I lived in, there were 6 washers and 8 dryers, and more often than not, one or more of the driers were broken, and if you didn't do laundry at the right time of day, you could be waiting a while for laundry. In the second building I was in, there were many parties, many rulebreakers, and occasionally drugs. In all of the buildings, there are a lot of drinkers, and they have many ways of hiding their alcohol.

Academic Rigor

Wellsville-Extremely focused on attendance, many of the majors (including the electrical one) are very demanding. Alfred-Some of the courses are very challenging, others are not. All of them have a strict no plagiarism policy. The major you pick depends on the difficulty of your work.

Tips for prospective students

Don't procrastinate, don't cheat, don't join the drug life. Stay in your dorm room at night, especially on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, this is when all of the drunks are out. If you are in any major that involves science, study hard; this includes forensics, nursing, and vet tech majors.

In three sentences

SUNY Alfred is a party college in a small town; there are many wanna-be rednecks, you can see their trucks everywhere. On the Alfred campus, a few majors have higher standards and better students than other majors. On the Wellsville campus, you have mostly all of the redneck wanna-bes, and the curriculum holds the students at a high standard.

Alicia from Greenwood, NY

06/21/2012

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

There is nothing to worry about on this campus. Every building has multiple locked doors you have to get through with people at them for safety reasons. if you are visiting a friend you will have to have that friend let you in. there's no way anyone can just walk in the door.

Clubs and Activities

From cheer leading to basketball even soccer they have it all. The school spirit is outstanding.

Great for these types of students

Great for those students who want to experiences collage but don't want the feel of a huge new strange place. The campus faculty and students are extremely friendly and fun to be around.

Bang for the buck

With one of the lowest cost to attend i would say this is defiantly worth it. Even if your commuting you still get use of the gym and meal plans. I surfed through many schools trying to find the best one and for the cost i couldn't pass it up. It was a steal!

What to do for fun

The dorm rooms have rec areas with pool tables and large rooms with flat screens with surround sound to hook up you Wii or Xbox and have a blast with friends. But my favorite spot to be is the gym, its good equipment and good people there for help and encouragement.

Food and Dining

The verity at the dinning room is awesome. I love eating there for every meal. Everything is good too, not just certain things.

Dorm Life

The dorms I've been in were of great quality. I loved hanging out with my friends who already attend school there.

Academic Rigor

Alfred has so many different courses and everyone is amazing. I can't wait to start class. The teachers seem to be so fun and loves their jobs.

Tips for prospective students

Make a list of question to ask your adviser, they will go question by question until they've answered every one until you understand. Take advantage of their great gym for a student membership of only $45.

In three sentences

Alfred State has been incredibly helpful and kind. I couldn't believe how easy it is to get help. Every visit i have had was exciting and fun!

Alexis from Mount Vernon, NY

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

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What to do for fun

I hear there's a cute little plaza that Alfred students can catch a shuttle to . I hear the coffee shop is to die for and there's good pizza.

Food and Dining

I can't really say, I haven't been there yet, but do I really need an 8-meal plan? I don't eat much. .

Dorm Life

I can't really say because I haven't been there yet, but I hear the dorms are basically in a big circle. In the center is the school and a bit off from the dorms is a gym for working out. Good for people who work out or want to start working out.

Academic Rigor

Everyone is very helpful and willing to help you. You can tell the professors care.

Tips for prospective students

BRING WARM CLOTHES! It's really cold! I went upstate for a good minute before I high-tailed it out of there. And I thought New York City was freezing!

In three sentences

Wish the financial aid support was a bit more but hey, what can I say? The professors are very helpful and the students seem really nice. Animation professor is especially awesome!

Hannah from Bath, NY

As long as you think about it, it is very safe. The people who aren't safe are the ones that don't think they have to think about it. Everyone has to think about it. I have never felt unsafe here.

Greek Life

Literally, the best thing I have ever done. My gpa is 10x higher because of it. I have learned how to become a better leader and overall better person.

Clubs and Activities

Greek Life WINS ASME ASHRE

Great for these types of students

Students who like to get involved Students who are open to trying new things Students who like to be challenged by professors

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Hot Dog Day is the best tradition from the school that I have seen

Bang for the buck

Generally, I feel that I am getting the most out of what I paid for.

What to do for fun

Greek Life is a huge part of my life, sports, video game clubs, working, becoming an RA, and so many more.

Food and Dining

Overall, I feel that Alfred offers a wide variety of food.

Dorm Life

I do not like that I feel like I am constantly being watched by RAs and RDs. I also do not like that it is so hard to live off campus.

Academic Rigor

I am challenged every single say. I feel like I am always working on something and never have a week to just take it easy.

Tips for prospective students

The most important thing is to make sure they have activities you are interested in. Education is important but it isn't everything. If you aren't involved in other things, you'll go crazy.

In three sentences

Alfred offers a wide variety of activities to get involved with. Extracurricular activities are what make me focus on wanting to be in college because I have to have grades to be involved. Overall, I enjoy Alfred and am glad I picked it.

Tessa from Williamson, NY

great for students who like hands on work. especially the wellsville campus.

What to do for fun

go hiking behind alfred university's campus! or join the orc and go on biking/skiing trips. allegany county has so much to see outdoors.

Food and Dining

this is the best school dining hall food i've ever had. they have a lot of variety at the terrace buffet, as well as many chain restaurants around campus.

Dorm Life

the dorms are adequate. the vary in size significantly. don't pick mackenzie if you like to bring a lot of stuff with you.

Academic Rigor

the core science courses are really challenging. the teachers are engaging and encourage students to get in the labs outside of class.

Tips for prospective students

don't come into this school feeling like you might be overwhelmed. it's a great place to start.

In three sentences

this school has great food, average dormitories, but excellent, caring teachers who are willing to donate a lot of time to their students. this school is great for hands on learning as well as a great community to be a part of. the greenhouse and farm need a little work, but that is in the process of being done.

Jordan from Bronx, NY

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Bang for the buck

Althought the price my be, its worth it with all the programs that they have here.

Will enjoy being here

The campus is very nice they have sports teams. Great gym, the food is nice, and everyone gets along great because it is small.

Will learn a lot

When i first went to visit alfred, i thought it was just going to be another boring campus, but it tends not to be. The professors there are friendly and they are very helpful. The staff are as well. The program that i've been accepted into closed down, but alfred offered me a deal that i could still enter another program and still get my degree in that area. Alfred is also flexible in helping students set up there schedule.

Focus on your career. This school has a lot of activities to offer which is a great thing for student looking to get involved in the college community

Bang for the buck

Great SUNY school!

Did enjoy being here

I loved every minute of Alfred.

Did learn a lot

This school is really focused on helping you 'Hit the ground running'. The school has an extreme scope on what you will be doing the moment you graduate with a degree. Not only that, but while you are there they prepare you for your future career and provide many internship and job opportunities.

Elvis from Alfred, NY

Nursing, Geeks, Greeks, alfred is awesome but not for everyone... you have to be open minded if you want to love alfred

Tips for prospective students

ITS COLD BRING WARM THINGS ! Don't think winter is over until the sun is out and its 80 degrees... its almost April and its still snowing and very cold... its going to be like this for a while.

Bang for the buck

Dont get me wrong i love alfred, but to be honest i wish i was in a college with almost more funding so they could better support their students. Res life here is awesome and all but the dorms are not that great. its a bang for you buck if you put yourself in the position to enjoy it all.

Am enjoying being here

I love Alfred. i have met so many Amazing people that it blows my mind. its one of those weird places you just meet so many amazing people. there are many activities and clubs to attend, and Alfred state students activities are always trying to make their students have a great time , for instances april 13th 2011 we are having Sick puppies CONCERT WOOT :D. and last year this time Kevin hart came and technically beta tested his jokes on us LOL.

Am learning a lot

If you put yourself out there there is a limitless amount of knowledge to learn in Alfred. its a small town so its quite but there is so much to do and learn. professors are Very helpful if you put yourself in the position to bother them for information.

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